Description
'A thrilling page-turner' - The Times' Children's Book of the Week
About the Author
Dan Freedman is best known for his hugely popular series of Jamie Johnson football novels (Scholastic UK). The books have sold more than 800,000 copies globally, and been adapted for TV by the BBC. The drama series is being broadcast around the world. Before becoming an author, Dan was managing editor for The FA for seven years. He interviewed the likes of Messi and Ronaldo and has been to two World Cups as part of the official England Team group. He was also part of the official delegations to meet the Queen, the Prime Minister and Nelson Mandela. When not writing, Dan gives talks at schools and sports clubs. He has made 2000 school visits during the last decade and it was those experiences that inspired him to write his newest novel, Unstoppable. www.DanFreedman.co.uk Twitter: @DanFreedman99 Instagram: @DanFreedman_99
Reviews
Never mind Shakespeare, Unstoppable should be on the syllabus for every young person in the country to read * Dr Mark Prince OBE, Founder of The Kiyan Prince Foundation and Former World Boxing Champion *
The new young adult novel by Dan Freedman comes at just the right time * The Times' Children's Book of the Week *
Takes a penetrating look into the dark heart of parental pressure and vicarious ambition * Crime Review *
Thrills and excites, while gripping you with a daring plot * TES *
This highly charged story of complex family relationships, misplaced loyalty and finding strength to overcome devastating disappointment will appeal especially to sports fans but is also a cracking read for anyone who likes a well-told, engaging narrative * BookTrust *
Awards
Winner of Sefton Super Reads 2020 and Dudley Teen Book Award 2020 (UK). Short-listed for Portsmouth Book Award 2021 and Hampshire School Library Service Book Award 2021.
Book Information
ISBN 9781788450508
Author Dan Freedman
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint David Fickling Books
Publisher David Fickling Books
Weight(grams) 234g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 20mm